How To Export Your Bookmarks in Chrome

Exporting your bookmarks in Google Chrome allows you to back them up, transfer them to another browser, or share them with others. The process is straightforward, and the exported bookmarks are saved as an HTML file, which you can later import into any other browser or even into another Chrome profile. This guide will walk you through the steps to export your bookmarks from Google Chrome.

Step-by-Step Guide to Export Bookmarks

Step 1: Open the Chrome Bookmarks Manager

1. Launch Google Chrome on your computer.
2. Click on the three dots menu (⋮) in the upper-right corner of the Chrome window.
3. Navigate to Bookmarks > Bookmark manager.Alternatively, you can quickly open the Bookmark Manager by pressing the following keyboard shortcut:
   • Windows/Linux: Ctrl + Shift + O
   • Mac: Command + Shift + O

Step 2: Access the Export Option

1. In the Bookmark Manager, click on the three dots menu (⋮) in the top-right corner of the Bookmark Manager page.
2. Select Export bookmarks from the dropdown menu.

Step 3: Save the Bookmarks File

1. A Save As window will appear, prompting you to choose a location to save your bookmarks file.
2. Select the folder where you want to save the file, and choose a name for it. By default, it will be named bookmarks_<date>.html.
3. Click Save.Your bookmarks will be saved as an HTML file at the specified location. This file can be imported into other browsers or kept as a backup.

Importing the Exported Bookmarks into Chrome or Another Browser

Importing into Google Chrome

To import the exported bookmarks back into Chrome or into another Chrome profile:

1. Open Bookmark manager by following the same steps as above.
2. Click on the three dots menu (⋮) in the top-right corner.
3. Select Import bookmarks.
4. Navigate to the HTML file you saved earlier and select it.
5. Click Open.The bookmarks from the HTML file will be imported into Chrome, usually under a folder named Imported.

Importing into Another Browser

Most modern browsers, such as Firefox, Edge, Safari, and others, support importing bookmarks from an HTML file. The process is generally similar:

1. Open the Bookmarks or Favorites menu in the new browser.
2. Look for an Import or Import bookmarks option.
3. Select From HTML file and choose the file you exported from Chrome.

Summary

Exporting bookmarks from Google Chrome is a quick way to back up or transfer your bookmarks. By following the steps above, you can save your bookmarks as an HTML file and import them into Chrome or other browsers whenever needed. This makes it easy to keep your browsing preferences and favorite sites organized, even if you switch devices or browsers.